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50-PLUS POUNDS OF POT SEIZED — Jackson Narcotics Enforcement Team members seized more than 50 pounds of marijuana from Michigan Center's Sweet Greens and a residence. The
owner of Sweet Greens is Todd Pickett, a Leoni Township Board member, who was
elected in November 2012. Charges have not been issued, but the report will be forwarded to the
Jackson County Prosecutor's Office for review.

OTHER DISTRICTS GET ALBION STUDENTS
— Several districts near
Albion Public Schools are reaping the financial benefits of that district's
decision to discontinue teaching high school, welcoming a number of former
Albion students and the state funding that comes with them. Facing a $1.1
million deficit, the Albion school board voted to discontinue teaching high
school students.

COLUMBIA MAN GETS DAY IN COURT — After a few delays, Jefferson Road resident Del
Anteau will get his day in court. He sued Jackson County and a county commissioner
July 31 in small claims court for damages to his home. He lives on Jefferson
Road and is arguing that damages to the inside of his home were caused by a
shoddy road and vibrations from passing semitrailers.

MIS REMOVING TURN 3 — Michigan International Speedway President Roger
Curtis is talking directly to race fans via video released by the speedway on YouTube.com
about why MIS recently got rid of its grandstands in Turn 3. Curtis reaffirms
part of the reasoning is to bring the fans closer to the action and the
amenities of the speedway.

BBQ LUNCH TO HELP SCHOOL —Mat's Cafe and Catering in Jackson is teaming up with Queen
of the Miraculous Medal school by hosting a barbecue lunch with all the fixing
this Sunday. All proceeds from the lunch will go to the school.

WEEKEND FUN — For those who like alternative rock, Detroit rockers Sponge
will headline Rock-O-Ween 3, a concert and costume bash at Raks Sportsbar in
Michigan Center this Saturday. The band leads a lineup that includes
Kung Fu Diesel, Darling Down, Oeno, Red Stone Souls and Kaleido, which recently
opened for Kid Rock. Check out the rest of the list of things to do this
weekend.

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